Smart spaces: Tech firm unlocks hidden value in public venues

A seasoned entrepreneur’s latest idea has found traction with major clients in sports and entertainment. Outpacing competitors drives the company forward.

  • By Brian Hartz
  • | 6:00 a.m. October 25, 2019
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Mark Wemple. Venuetize co-founder Karri Zaremba, a serial entrepreneur, has quickly landed a slew of big-name clients, including Tampa's Amalie Arena, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Mark Wemple. Venuetize co-founder Karri Zaremba, a serial entrepreneur, has quickly landed a slew of big-name clients, including Tampa's Amalie Arena, home of the Tampa Bay Lightning.
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Home theater technology and on-demand, streamed content have made it tough to get people off their couches and into stadium seats for live entertainment. As a result, companies like Netflix make money while sports teams have to work harder than ever to get Mom, Dad and the kids out to the ballpark.

Venuetize, a Tampa tech startup, sees a big business opportunity in the quest to put butts in seats.

 

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